Narrow synthetic fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of narrow synthetic fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $19.4 million in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 23% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $15.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $7.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $8.7M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports narrow synthetic fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.6M | 75% |
| India | $933K | 4.8% |
| France | $886K | 4.6% |
| Germany | $497K | 2.6% |
| United States | $400K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $382K | 2% |
| Japan | $283K | 1.5% |
| Hungary | $250K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $160K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $150K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.35 per kg, 42% below the world average of $7.52, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Narrow synthetic fabric exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of narrow synthetic fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $480 thousand in 2024 (55 tonnes). Most of it went to Hungary (34%), Angola (18%), Kenya (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+327% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $163K | 34% |
| Angola | $85K | 18% |
| Kenya | $40K | 8.4% |
| Uganda | $39K | 8.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $27K | 5.5% |
| Thailand | $23K | 4.9% |
| United States | $20K | 4.1% |
| Senegal | $19K | 3.9% |
| Uzbekistan | $15K | 3.2% |
| Kuwait | $13K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates narrow synthetic fabric imports (HS 5806.32): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 5806.32: Fabrics, narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of man-made fibres (excluding goods of heading no. 5807).
Common questions
What is the value of narrow synthetic fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported narrow synthetic fabric worth $19.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 211 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply narrow synthetic fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($14.6 million), followed by India (5%) and France (5%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 256% on the year.
What is the average import price of narrow synthetic fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.35 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $7.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of narrow synthetic fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.7 million in 2017 to $19.4 million in 2024, an increase of 122%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export narrow synthetic fabric?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $480 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hungary, Angola and Kenya. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $18.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for narrow synthetic fabric?
The HS code for narrow synthetic fabric is subheading 5806.32. It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5806 page.
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